Baked Garlic Shrimp Penne Casserole
Baked Garlic Shrimp Penne Casserole layers tender shrimp and pasta in a creamy, herb-bright sauce with tomatoes and a trio of cheeses that melt into a rich, golden topping. The balance of garlic, dill, and parsley with Parmesan, Romano, and mozzarella makes each bite comforting yet fresh. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering when you want something hearty and elegant.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Baked Garlic Shrimp Penne Casserole, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 49 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 12
- Heart Health
- 64
- Metabolic
- 23
- Digestive
- 26
- Inflammatory
- 57
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and set aside until needed.
- 3
While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon butter and the oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the shrimp, 2 tablespoons parsley, and the dill; cook until the shrimp are bright pink on the outside and the meat is opaque, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer the shrimp to a plate, leaving the cooking juices in the pan.
- 4
Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in the skillet over medium heat. Whisk in the flour until fully combined and just starting to turn golden, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Whisk in the chicken broth until combined, then do the same with the milk. Stir in the tomatoes, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; bring to a simmer.
- 5
Add 1/2 cup Parmesan and the Romano; stir until the cheeses begin to melt and the sauce is creamy. Add 1 tablespoon mozzarella cheese, then mix in 1/2 of the cooked pasta. Add more pasta if there is enough sauce to coat it. Stir in the shrimp, then top with the remaining mozzarella, Parmesan, and parsley.
- 6
Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden and the edges are bubbling, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Calories 421.23 kcal High 21%
- Protein 33.75 g Good Source 68%
- Carbohydrate 29.82 g 11%
- Total Fat 18.11 g High 23%
- Saturated Fat 10.59 g High 53%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 228.12 mg High 76%
- Sodium 795.45 mg High 35%
- Dietary Fiber 2.67 g Low Source 10%
- Total Sugars 6.26 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 425.41 mg Good Source 33%
- Iron 1.44 mg Low Source 8%
- Potassium 351.7 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 148.06 mcg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin C 14.52 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin D 0.48 mcg Low Source 2%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Baked Garlic Shrimp Penne Casserole is made with 17 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 45 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Butter, and Chicken Broth. Each serving provides about 421.23 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Baked Garlic Shrimp Penne Casserole made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Butter, Chicken Broth, Diced Tomatoes. The full list of 17 is above.
- How long does it take to make Baked Garlic Shrimp Penne Casserole?
- About 45 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 421.23 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Baked Garlic Shrimp Penne Casserole easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Baked Garlic Shrimp Penne Casserole healthy?
- Baked Garlic Shrimp Penne Casserole has an easyChef Pro health score of 44/100. Per serving, it provides 421.23 calories and 33.75 g of protein, or 68% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 795.45 mg (35% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 10.59 g (53% of the Daily Value). It contains Shellfish, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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